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Horseshoe Magnets Recalled by Dowling Magnets Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Recalled July 24, 2008 · CPSC recall 08344 · Horseshoe

Recalled Horseshoe Magnet
Hazard
The plastic coating on the magnets contains excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the classic horseshoe magnets away from children and contact Dowling Magnets to receive a free replacement horseshoe magnet.
Units
About 91,500
Incidents / injuries
None reported.

Description

This recall involves the Classic Horseshoe Magnets. The 6-inch tall horseshoe magnet has a red plastic coating on the "handle" end. Each "foot" of the magnet has an engraved "S" or and "N."

What to do

Consumers should immediately take the classic horseshoe magnets away from children and contact Dowling Magnets to receive a free replacement horseshoe magnet.

Contact

For additional information, contact Dowling Magnets toll-free at (866) 623-3336 between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. PST Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.dowlingmagnets.com. Consumers can also email the firm at [email protected]

Product
Classic Horseshoe Magnet
Manufacturer(s)
Dowling Magnets, of Sonoma, Calif.
Retailers
Specialty retail stores and educational supply distributors nationwide from March 2003 through April 2008 for about $10.
Made in
China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →